China Airlines Announces Order for Boeing 777X Passenger and Freighter Models
Boeing [BA] has secured a significant order from China Airlines (CAL) for its 777X aircraft family, including 10 777-9 passenger planes and 4 777-8 Freighter aircraft. The deal, booked in March 2025, also includes options for an additional 5 777-9s and 4 777-8 Freighters. CAL becomes the first Taiwanese carrier to order the 777X.
The 777-9 passenger variant offers 20% lower fuel use and emissions compared to predecessors, with a capacity of 426 passengers in a typical two-class configuration and a range of 7,295 nautical miles. The 777-8 Freighter provides 747-sized payload capability with 30% better fuel efficiency and emissions, plus up to 60% reduced noise footprint.
Boeing has now secured over 520 777X orders globally, supporting thousands of jobs at its Everett, Washington facility and throughout the supply chain.Boeing [BA] ha ottenuto un importante ordine da China Airlines (CAL) per la sua famiglia di aerei 777X, comprendente 10 aerei passeggeri 777-9 e 4 aerei cargo 777-8. L'accordo, registrato a marzo 2025, include anche opzioni per ulteriori 5 777-9 e 4 777-8 cargo. CAL diventa così il primo vettore taiwanese a ordinare il 777X.
La versione passeggeri 777-9 offre un consumo di carburante e emissioni inferiori del 20% rispetto ai modelli precedenti, con una capacità di 426 passeggeri in una configurazione tipica a due classi e un'autonomia di 7.295 miglia nautiche. Il 777-8 Freighter garantisce una capacità di carico paragonabile a quella di un 747, con un'efficienza del carburante e emissioni migliorate del 30%, oltre a una riduzione del rumore fino al 60%.
Boeing ha ora superato i 520 ordini per il 777X a livello globale, sostenendo migliaia di posti di lavoro presso la sua struttura di Everett, Washington, e lungo tutta la catena di fornitura.
Boeing [BA] ha asegurado un pedido importante de China Airlines (CAL) para su familia de aviones 777X, que incluye 10 aviones de pasajeros 777-9 y 4 aviones de carga 777-8. El acuerdo, registrado en marzo de 2025, también incluye opciones para 5 777-9 adicionales y 4 777-8 de carga. CAL se convierte en la primera aerolínea taiwanesa en ordenar el 777X.
La variante de pasajeros 777-9 ofrece un 20% menos de consumo de combustible y emisiones en comparación con sus predecesores, con una capacidad de 426 pasajeros en una configuración típica de dos clases y un alcance de 7,295 millas náuticas. El 777-8 Freighter ofrece una capacidad de carga similar a la del 747 con un 30% mejor eficiencia de combustible y emisiones, además de una reducción de ruido de hasta el 60%.
Boeing ha asegurado ahora más de 520 pedidos del 777X a nivel mundial, apoyando miles de empleos en su planta de Everett, Washington, y en toda la cadena de suministro.
Boeing [BA]는 China Airlines (CAL)로부터 777X 항공기 시리즈에 대한 대규모 주문을 확보했습니다. 이 주문에는 10대의 777-9 여객기와 4대의 777-8 화물기가 포함되어 있습니다. 2025년 3월에 체결된 이 계약에는 추가로 5대의 777-9와 4대의 777-8 화물기 옵션도 포함되어 있습니다. CAL은 777X를 주문한 최초의 대만 항공사가 되었습니다.
777-9 여객기 모델은 이전 모델에 비해 연료 사용량과 배출량이 20% 감소했으며, 일반적인 2등석 구성에서 426명의 승객을 수용할 수 있고 항속거리는 7,295해리입니다. 777-8 화물기는 747급 적재 능력을 제공하며 연료 효율과 배출량이 30% 개선되고 소음도 최대 60% 감소했습니다.
Boeing은 현재 전 세계적으로 777X 주문을 520대 이상 확보했으며, 워싱턴주 에버렛에 있는 공장과 공급망 전반에 걸쳐 수천 개의 일자리를 지원하고 있습니다.
Boeing [BA] a obtenu une commande importante de la part de China Airlines (CAL) pour sa famille d'avions 777X, comprenant 10 avions passagers 777-9 et 4 avions cargo 777-8. L'accord, enregistré en mars 2025, inclut également des options pour 5 777-9 supplémentaires et 4 777-8 cargo. CAL devient ainsi le premier transporteur taïwanais à commander le 777X.
La version passagers 777-9 offre une consommation de carburant et des émissions réduites de 20 % par rapport aux modèles précédents, avec une capacité de 426 passagers en configuration typique deux classes et une autonomie de 7 295 milles nautiques. Le 777-8 Freighter offre une capacité de charge comparable à celle du 747, avec une efficacité énergétique et des émissions améliorées de 30 %, ainsi qu'une réduction du bruit pouvant atteindre 60 %.
Boeing a désormais sécurisé plus de 520 commandes de 777X dans le monde, soutenant des milliers d’emplois dans son usine d’Everett, Washington, et tout au long de la chaîne d’approvisionnement.
Boeing [BA] hat einen bedeutenden Auftrag von China Airlines (CAL) für seine 777X-Flugzeugfamilie erhalten, der 10 Passagiermaschinen des Typs 777-9 und 4 Frachtflugzeuge des Typs 777-8 umfasst. Der im März 2025 verbuchte Deal beinhaltet außerdem Optionen für weitere 5 777-9 und 4 777-8 Frachtflugzeuge. CAL wird damit die erste taiwanesische Fluggesellschaft, die die 777X bestellt.
Die 777-9 Passagiervariante bietet 20 % geringeren Kraftstoffverbrauch und Emissionen im Vergleich zu Vorgängermodellen, mit einer Kapazität von 426 Passagieren in einer typischen Zweiklassen-Konfiguration und einer Reichweite von 7.295 nautischen Meilen. Die 777-8 Frachtversion bietet eine Frachtkapazität vergleichbar mit der eines 747, bei 30 % besserer Kraftstoffeffizienz und Emissionswerten sowie einer bis zu 60 % reduzierten Lärmbelastung.
Boeing hat nun weltweit über 520 Bestellungen für die 777X erhalten und unterstützt damit Tausende von Arbeitsplätzen in seiner Fabrik in Everett, Washington, sowie entlang der gesamten Lieferkette.
- Secured major order for 14 aircraft (10 777-9 passenger + 4 777-8 Freighter) with options for 9 more
- 777-9 offers 20% lower fuel use/emissions and lowest operating cost per seat
- 777-8 Freighter provides 30% improvement in fuel efficiency/emissions
- Total 777X orders now exceed 520 aircraft globally
- Strengthens long-term partnership with China Airlines spanning nearly 60 years
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China Airlines' order for 14 777X aircraft with 9 options validates Boeing's next-gen widebody program, adding an important Asia-Pacific customer.
This new firm order for 10 passenger 777-9s and 4 777-8 Freighters represents a significant vote of confidence in Boeing's next-generation widebody program. While Boeing had previously recorded this order in March 2025 as unidentified, the public announcement adds China Airlines to the official 777X customer base.
The order's composition is particularly noteworthy as China Airlines becomes part of a select group of carriers ordering both passenger and freighter variants. This demonstrates the aircraft family's versatility and China Airlines' comprehensive fleet strategy spanning both passenger and cargo operations.
For context, Boeing now reports over 520 total 777X family orders, reinforcing the program's commercial viability despite its well-documented certification delays. China Airlines' existing experience with the 777-300ER and 777 Freighter likely factored into this fleet continuity decision.
The 777-9's promoted
While the press release doesn't specify delivery timelines or financial terms, this order helps strengthen Boeing's widebody backlog. The commitment from China Airlines represents continued commercial momentum in the important Asia-Pacific market, where carriers are progressively renewing fleets with more fuel-efficient aircraft.
Beyond the immediate 777X order, the release notes China Airlines has Boeing 787 Dreamliners on order, indicating a broader fleet modernization strategy using Boeing products. This comprehensive relationship spans passenger and cargo operations across multiple aircraft types, representing a substantial long-term partnership.
From a business strategy perspective, this order delivers several key advantages for both parties. For China Airlines, the 777X acquisition aligns with their premium positioning strategy, particularly on high-value long-haul routes to North America and Europe where larger aircraft with exceptional fuel efficiency can maximize profitability.
The 777-9's 426-passenger capacity in a typical two-class configuration provides China Airlines with significant capacity growth potential compared to older generation aircraft. Meanwhile, the 777-8 Freighter's combination of 747-sized payload capability with substantially improved operating economics strengthens their cargo division's competitive position.
For Boeing, securing China Airlines as a 777X customer demonstrates continued market validation despite the program's development challenges. The deal notably includes options for 5 additional 777-9s and 4 more 777-8 Freighters, providing potential upside beyond the firm order component.
The mention of China Airlines' nearly 60-year relationship with Boeing highlights the strategic importance of maintaining these long-term customer relationships. The order's timing is noteworthy as it represents continued commercial momentum for Boeing's widebody programs while the company navigates various operational challenges.
The interoperability highlighted between the 777X and China Airlines' existing Boeing twin-engine freighters suggests operational efficiencies across flight crew training, maintenance, and parts inventory—factors that create substantial switching costs and typically favor fleet commonality with existing suppliers.
In addition to the firm order, which booked in March 2025 and was posted as unidentified on Boeing's orders and deliveries website, the airline has options to purchase five 777-9s and four 777-8 Freighters. With this order, China Airlines joins an exclusive group of global airlines that have ordered the passenger and freighter variants of the 777X family.
"As a long-time operator of the 777-300ER and 777 Freighter, we are excited to welcome Boeing's newest 777X family into our world-class fleet," said Kao Shing-Hwang, chairman of China Airlines. "The advanced technology and features of the 777-9 will provide our customers with the best-in-class flying experience, while the 777-8 Freighter's range and fuel-efficiency will enable us to maintain a leadership position in air cargo. This is a significant investment toward our future, and we will rely on the new 777X family to help realize our long-term sustainability goals."
The world's largest twin-engine jet, the 777-9 will offer
"The 777X will enable us to deliver an enhanced travel experience and greater reliability for our customers," added Chen Han-Ming, president of China Airlines.
Given the interoperability of the 777X with its current Boeing twin-engine freighters, China Airlines plans to renew its fleet with the new 777-8 Freighter, which offers 747-sized payload capability along with a
"As we welcome China Airlines to the 777X customer family, we are pleased to build on our nearly 60-year partnership that traces back to the 707 and 727," said Brad McMullen, Boeing senior vice president of Commercial Sales and Marketing. "We value China Airlines' continued confidence and look forward to delivering the new 777Xs adorned with the beautiful plum blossom livery in the coming years."
Customers around the world have now ordered more than 520 777X airplanes sustaining thousands of jobs at Boeing's
"Operating the 777-9 and 777-8 Freighter will allow China Airlines to add capacity and position the airline for further growth going forward," said Dan Schull, Boeing vice president of Commercial Sales,
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